[Suggested song for this chapter – No Time to Die (Orchestral Version), Royal Philharmonic Orchestra]
"A message from Commander Bai," Feng Bao ran across the study and handed the note to his Lord.
The Emperor unfurled the note and read.
My Lord,
Your message was received and understood by this servant.
Today is the day of the big sweeping plan. The bet had been placed, and we will bring victory to you and the People.
Wait for my good news,
Your servant,
Commander Bai.
"So, today's the day," the Emperor nodded to himself, "good, good. We will have an outcome today, whichever way it goes."
Meili heard these words, and her heart lurched. Today must be the day of the big battle His Majesty had been waiting for!
Her pulse pumped loudly in her ears, drowning out the world around her for a few moments while she swayed with light-headedness.
